Basketball Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Basketball Coach
- School
- Swami Vivekananda Public School
- City
- Kottayam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹6.8L per year
- Experience
- 4–6 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Jul 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 32+ years.
Job description
Overview
Swami Vivekananda Public School in Kottayam, Kerala is seeking a Basketball Coach who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Swami Vivekananda Public School, established 1994, is a secondary campus in Kottayam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. About the role: the Basketball Coach owns the schedule for the assigned discipline — structured coaching, talent identification, fitness conditioning, and active part in school sports days and competitions. Day to day, you will:
- Run morning/evening practice as per the published schedule.
- Lead warm-ups, drills, conditioning, and game-situation training.
- Track player progress and share updates with parents.
- Coordinate with the Sports Incharge on travel, kit, and event logistics.
- Maintain a safe, disciplined practice environment. Requirements:
- Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
- NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
- Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
- Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
- Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹3.8 LPA – ₹6.8 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Swami Vivekananda Public School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
How much experience do I need for this Basketball Coach role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Can I negotiate the salary at Swami Vivekananda Public School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
What qualifications are required for a Basketball Coach?
Most Basketball Coach roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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- 3
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Key facts about Swami Vivekananda Public School
- Founded
- 1994
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- CHITRA S NAIR
- Affiliation #
- 930794
Swami Vivekananda Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Kottayam, Kerala.
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